Behaviour Mentor

Senploy; City Of London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Senploy is seeking a confident Behaviour Mentor for a South East London school, starting in September. You will support pupils with SEMH, ADHD and ASD, working 1:1 and in small groups to boost engagement and behaviour.

You will collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams to create a calm, structured learning environment and help pupils stay focused throughout lessons. This role offers a long-term, potential permanent placement within a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with behaviour or SEMH needs.
• Confident, calm and resilient in challenging situations.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Positive role model with a genuine passion for helping vulnerable pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH, ADHD, ASD, challenging behaviour, and emotional regulation needs.
• Work 1:1 and in small groups to improve confidence, engagement, and behaviour.
• Help students stay focused and involved in lessons.
• Support behaviour management using calm and consistent strategies.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Support pupils during transitions, break times, and structured activities.
• Work alongside teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and external professionals.

Skills

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Relationship building

Calm under pressure

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a confident and resilient Behaviour Mentor to join a supportive school based in South East London for a September start.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional, and behavioural needs. The school is looking for a strong role model who can build positive relationships, manage challenging behaviour, and help pupils re-engage with education.

The role would suit someone with experience in schools, youth work, mentoring, sports coaching, residential support, SEMH, PRU, or alternative provision settings.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils with SEMH, ADHD, ASD, challenging behaviour, and emotional regulation needs
• Working 1:1 and in small groups to improve confidence, engagement, and behaviour
• Helping students stay focused and involved in lessons
• Supporting behaviour management using calm and consistent strategies
• Building strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families
• Supporting pupils during transitions, break times, and structured activities
• Working alongside teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and external professionals

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have experience supporting young people with behaviour or SEMH needs
• Be confident, calm, and resilient in challenging situations
• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Be able to act as a positive role model
• Have a genuine passion for helping vulnerable pupils succeed
• Be reliable, proactive, and able to use their own initiative

The Role Offers:

• Full-time long-term role
• September start
• Supportive school environment
• Excellent experience for aspiring teachers, youth workers, or education professionals
• Opportunity for permanent placement